Questions about Zanaflex, a muscle relaxer for spinal cord injuries.?

Hi everyone! I was prescribed Zanaflex for twitching and muscle spasms throughout my body after a back and neck injury. I've taken it before in 2, 4, and 6mg doses with little to no effect. So, my neurologist upped my dose to 8mg. Well, I took it for the first time last night and I'm having 2 odd symptoms: blurry vision and a weird bladder pain/sensation. I get blurry vision regardless because of the nerve damage in my neck, but it seems slightly worse. Could this be caused by being extra tired or is it a serious side effect? Also, I think I read something a while ago about Zanaflex affecting your bladder. I have almost a UTI sensation (like I constantly have to urinate, even right after I go), and occasional sharp pains in my bladder. Then again, I also have bladder problems from this injury (only the sensation of having to go, not the pain), so I don't know what to think! Are these causes of concern? Did the Zanaflex exacerbate the problem? Thanks so much!

Answers:
Yes what you described is listed as all the side effects. And being extra tired may make them even more noticeable. If you continue to have the problems call your nero. and let him or her know this. They may have to try a different medication.
Good Luck
I can't answer your question about Zanaflex. However, I too have expereinced the same problem - muscle spasms throughout my body, following a neck injury. I take Tizanidine, and it has been extremely helpful. If you are not comfortable with the prescription that you have, maybe you could ask your doctor about Tizanidine.

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